Salsa di Noci (Walnut Sauce)
A silky Ligurian walnut sauce made with just walnuts, garlic, bread, and cream. Toss with fresh pansotti or any filled pasta for an authentic Italian dish.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pulse walnuts and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped, ~30 seconds.
Step 2
Add bread crumbs and pulse once more until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
Step 3
Add cream and Parmigiano and blend on low until the sauce is smooth and creamy, ~60 seconds.
Step 4
Season with salt and white pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 5
Transfer to a serving bowl. Thin with a splash of pasta water or warm cream if too thick.
Step 6
Toss gently with warm pansotti or other filled pasta. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- food processor
- measuring cups and spoons
- serving bowl
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